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Mulch Fundraiser
For Tom's Creek United Methodist Church. $5/3-cubic bag of brown hardwood mulch or $4/20 bags or more. Orders can be picked up at the Baughman Farm, 12120 Harney Road, Taneytown, MD. Contact Curtis Baughman at 443-336-5269 to order the mulch or if you have any questions. The mulch can be delivered to you for a goodwill donation.
Schachle's sacrifice fly gives Pirates walk-off win to even SPL semifinal series
Cashtown’s Chris Schachle had seen six pitches from Littlestown’s Calvin Benevento with the game hanging in the balance. In a full count, Schachle got a ball that he could handle and hit a long way to center field where it was caught by Dodger center fielder Ben Stevens. The ball was easily deep enough for pinch runner Colby Hahn to race home from third with the winning run in the Pirates’ 2-1 victory in Game 2 of the teams’ best-of-5 South Penn League semifinal series on Thursday evening at the Cashtown Community Fire Department.
Buzz Blooms and Beyond
This year’s Buzz, Blooms and Beyond Open House takes place on Saturday, August 10, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon at the Demonstration Gardens, located at 670 Old Harrisburg Road, Gettysburg. Join us for a free morning of activities for kids and learning for adults. Our focus is on...
Plein Air Watercolor Workshop II
Regional artist Seth Holmes will share his process for selecting and bringing his subjects to life. Register for either/or both by July 9 by contacting Donna Rastelli at 301-739-5727 or drastelli@scmfa.org. $80 for museum members; $90 for nonmembers.
Frederick Fandom Fest
Let your fan flag fly! From comics to games, pop culture to anime, we'll have tons of exciting activities for everyone. Costumes are welcome, but no weapons (real or prop) are allowed. See link for full schedule:. Activities include the following:. - Writing Workshops. - Art Workshops. - Gaming. -...
Jury finds Westminster man guilty of fentanyl possession
A 53-year-old Westminster man has been found guilty of possessing and intending to distribute cocaine and fentanyl, according to a Thursday news release from the Office of the Carroll County State’s Attorney. Darren Jackson was found guilty following a three-day jury trial in Carroll County Circuit Court. He will...
Hanover General Store gets a facelift
The General Store in the Hanover Village (at the Junction of county roads C-65 and M27) is receiving a “facelift” in July. The Hanover Historical Society learned in the spring that the wooden supporting structure and siding on the east side had dry rot and needed to be replaced.
Kenny's- Cool and Creamy Confections perfect on HOT July days!
Anyone who loves ice cream knows that Kenny's is the perfect place stop on a hot July day. In fact, it doesn't have to be July to enjoy the cold, creamy goodness of Kenny's Drive-In. Located on Route 11 just outside of Chambersburg, or as you head into Chambersburg, depending...
Connoisseur Media To Sell Frederick, MD Stations WFRE-FM AND WFMD-AM
WFRE-FM (99.9 WFRE – Free Country) and WFMD-AM (930 Free Talk) are both top rated stations in the Frederick, MD market according to Nielsen. Jeffrey Warshaw, CEO of Connoisseur, said, “While it is difficult for us to part with our Frederick stations, we were convinced that Local Daily Media’s management leadership.
Habanero Tacos and Grill brings classic Mexican food with a twist to Frederick
The owner of Habanero Tacos and Grill said he wants to serve his customers a little bit of everything. His restaurant — and favorite dish there — reflect that wish. Jamie Hernandez del Cied and his brother-in-law, Osmar Rosa, opened their Mexican restaurant on South Jefferson Street in 2022. The restaurant offers a wide selection of Mexican food as well as dishes from other cultures. Besides ...
Gettysburg School District To Go Device-Free Starting Next School Year
GETTYSBURG, (KCCR) — The Gettysburg School District is one of a growing number of districts across the state and country to clamp down on access to smartphones and devices by students during the school day. Superintendent Amber Mikkelsen says the decision to make Gettysburg a device-free school started about a year ago…
Deacon Franklin “Frank” K. Hung
Deacon Franklin K. Hung, 79, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on July 16, 2024, in Frederick, Maryland. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, and friend to so many. Love was the hallmark of Deacon Frank’s life— love for our Lord and His Church and love for others.
Deal Digest: Connoisseur Media Sells In Frederick.
Frederick, MD — Local Daily Media has filed a $4.275 million deal to buy “Free Country 99.9” WFRE and “Free Talk 930” WFMD from Connoisseur Media. Local Daily Media already owns four stations in Virginia and North Carolina, as well as the online newspapers Williamsburg-Yorktown Daily and Port City Daily, and the local e-commerce platform 30 Off Local. Once the sale closes, Connoisseur Media will still own stations in two markets in the New York suburbs of Long Island, NY and Danbury, CT.
Washington County nonprofit delivers wholesome summer fun for youth
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — The Girls Inc. of Washington County is opening its doors to young women with fun summer learning experiences they might otherwise not have had. For 75 years the nonprofit has followed the motto: Strong. Smart. Bold. Girls Inc. is part of a national nonprofit organization. It provides STEM […]
SU’s Janelle Kingsboro named ITA Scholar Athlete, Women’s Tennis named All-Academic Team
Shippensburg University Women’s Tennis freshman Janelle Kingsboro, from Lancaster, Pa., was named a 2024 Division II Women’s Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) Scholar Athlete. The university’s Women’s Tennis team also earned the 2024 Division II Women’s ITA All-Academic Team award. To qualify as an ITA Scholar-Athlete,...
Frederick man recovering in hospital after being trapped in burning home
FREDERICK, Md. (DC News Now) — A Frederick County man is recovering in a hospital after a fire broke out at his home. “I was freaked out because I was scared for my dad,” Candace Sier recounted. Sier said her father, Brett Russ, was pulled out of his burning home last week. “I had no […]
📚Longtime bookstore finds new owners
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